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In a backward sort of way, the price Utahns pay for natural gas -- the lowest in the nation -- shows why nobody, not even President Barack Obama, can quickly lower the price of gasoline.

To Weber State fans, he's tough, scrappy, hard-working Kyle Bullinger, steely-eyed basketball player.

To the students at Layton High School, he's Mr. Bullinger.

The truth is, they're both right.

Lots of Hall of Fame induction ceremonies straight ahead.

The University of Utah will induct two former Ute athletes and a pair of former coaches into the Crimson Club Hall of Fame on April 23 at Energy Solutions Arena.

There are a lot of angry people in Box Elder County. It's the Dr. Dewey MacKay thing.

If you're a fan of the Weber State men's basketball team, you may be glad to know the Wildcats are nice guys.

In fact, perhaps a little too nice for coach Randy Rahe's taste.

Wait ... what?

Yes, this deserves an explanation. See, Rahe loves his players and wants them to be good representatives of the school, their families and the basketball program. On the other hand, he wants them to be ruthless when they're on the basketball court.

Last week I shared with you the economic impact Weber State University has on the local community: somewhere around $500 million. I also presented several WSU business-related initiatives that have been implemented, with more on the way. Our community is very fortunate to have a major institution of higher learning in our midst. This week, I will provide a high level overview of Ogden key's economic development programs.

Merry Christmas, Utah Jazz fans. This morning, your stocking is half full.

Provided you still care about the NBA -- and that's certainly not a guarantee -- you're probably anxious to see the Jazz back on the court this season. After so many changes in the past 365 days, you're no doubt wondering if they're going to be any good.